Anderson J. G. C. “Studia Pontica I. A Journey of Exploration in Pontus, par J. G. C. Anderson”, Bruxelles, H. Lamertin, 1903. Tall 8vo, pp.104. Complete with 16 figures and 9 maps. A scarce travel account of the Pontic areas at the turn of the century. While the Pontic hinterland was still unexplored in late 19th century, Anderson has traveled in 1903 extensively to western Pontos exploring Amassia area, Niksar (Νεοκαισάρεια), Samsun and the Kizil irmak (Halys). His account is of great importance as it has been conducted just few years before the 1910-22 events that changed completely the area. Richly informative along local geography, history, customs, architecture etc. Ex libris label. Contemporary binding keeping the original paper covers (worn). Ex libris label. Contemporary binding keeping the original paper covers (worn).